Because --- We Are Home.

Recent research of college students across the nation indicates that students who
live on campus are more satisfied with their college experience, earn higher grade
point averages, are more likely to graduate, and are more likely to pursue an advanced
degree (according to the American Council on Education).

Research has shown students who live on campus are more involved in academic and extracurricular
activities. It's challenging for commuters to participate in groups, activities, games, and events. Easy access to friends, faculty and staff is hindered. Living on campus gives students
many opportunities to live close to friends and get involved in leadership activities.

When you live on campus, you will find competitive prices for housing and meals without
the hassle of utility bills, first/last month's rent, or having to sublet your apartment
over the summer. All of your bills, for each semester, are included in single fee
charged to your student account. There are no surprise expenses and no chasing down
roommates for their part of the rent. Students who live on-campus save $1,350.00 annually
compared to those who live off-campus (National Center for Education Statistics, 2012). Bottom line: you won't find a better value-added experience for the money.

University police are on call and patrolling our campus 24/7, 365 days a year. They
strive to protect our students. Every residence hall is staffed with a team of Resident
Assistants and a Community Director (professional staff member who lives on campus) who work to build community, as well as uphold our Community Standards. These Community Standards are geared toward keeping the residents safe.

Some researchers estimate that 80% of campus time is spent outside of the classroom (Wilhite & Banset, 1999). Much of this engaged learning takes place in the residence halls where students are
challenged by major questions in life, learning about themselves, and how to live
well with others. Living on-campus allows students to transition between adolescence
into adulthood in a supportive environment. It also offers each student the emotional,
social, and academic support to succeed as a student. Every residential community
has a Community Director trained to work with students that need a variety of assistance.
Every hall is staffed with trained student leaders who are there to show personal
support to the students. Faculty, staff, professional counselors and administration
are all close and available.

Living on campus allows the student to know what is going on and be part of it. Learning
about different types of people with various backgrounds can be an opportunity for
the student to develop a more balanced world view. There is a feeling of family that
cannot be duplicated off campus. Being part of a community you feel a sense of care
and acceptance.

Living on campus offers a variety of amenities that come included, such as high-speed
wireless internet and digital cable. Your room comes furnished and you even have unlimited
access to laundry facilities in your building or close by. Maintenance requests are
filled fast and accurately without having to wait for a landlord or finding your own
help, at no cost to you. We want you to enjoy living on campus

Living on campus is about experiencing the whole package of college life. Enjoy your
college experience. Make memories and friendships that may last long after you leave,
take the opportunity while you can to enjoy this time at its fullest. Why rush? You
have the rest of your life to live off campus.